First Steps: Communities Beginning Economic Development

PowerPoint presentation with general recommendations for Economic Development produced by an economic development consulting agency EDCD Consulting.

Compiled by Global Indigenous Trust and Cando, this guide offers practical, cost-effective solutions to help communities become self-sufficient, from gardening and food preservation to renewable energy and water systems.

The Communities Matrix is a tool designed to help economic development officers (EDOs) identify and understand Indigenous communities that consider the economic, social, cultural and environmental concerns of a community.

Find tools and resources to help communities prepare for disasters, and guidance for economic developers to enhance community resilience through effective disaster preparedness strategies.

What economic development assets does your community already have? What do you need to move forward with community economic development? Take this community self-assessment to find out.

This presentation explores how different communities are working to promote food sovereignty and access resources.

Understand how to start a community Economic Development Strategy plan in this PowerPoint with clear explanations and graphics.

In 1995 the Cando Economic Developer of the Year Award was created to recognize and promote recent or long-standing Indigenous economic development initiatives throughout Canada.

Chief Louie discusses the development of the Osoyoos First Nation's business ventures, including the $100 million Nk’Mip Resort, and the importance of realistic expectations in partnerships.

Vaughn Sunday describes how the Akwesasne First Nation has used partnerships to successfully develop projects such as a subdivision and a tobacco quota system. He also discusses challenges which taught valuable lessons.

Plan to attend the next conference, an excellent opportunity to learn, sharpen skills, and network.

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